Inspection Planning

Prepare for your next inspection project by discovering our planning ideas & tips.

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How to Prepare For a Home Inspection

Learn essential tips to get your home ready for inspection. Discover what inspectors look for and how to fix common issues before they arrive.
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How To Do Your Own Home Inspection

Before you call in the engineer, you can give the house you want to buy the once-over with this advice from TOH's Two-Minute Expert.
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Should You Buy That Fixer-Upper? 

Found a fixer-upper but not sure if you should take the plunge? Check out our guide to figure out if it's worth the investment.
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What to Look for Before the Home Inspector Arrives

Before you sign a contract and pay a professional to inspect a house, there are a few things you should be on the lookout for yourself
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How to Make Sense of Zoning

Local codes can be complicated, and running afoul of them costly. Here are ways homeowners can protect themselves from zoning hassles.